How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during off season. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking – Multi Adventure (P) LTD

Overview

Itinerary

Overview

The major highlights of Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Ghandruk are as below.

• Relatively short Annapurna Base Camp Trek
• Visit Ghandruk village and experience Gurung culture and lifestyle
• Hiking through rhododendron forest, river, mountain terraces, & villages
• Visit Annapurna Base Camp and Machhapuchhere Base Camp
• Enjoy splendid views of Mt Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Gangapurna from Annapurna Base Camp
• Visit Natural Hot springs and dip in Jhinu Dada.
• Trekking in Annapurna Conservation Area
• Explore naturally beautiful Pokhara, famous as the Lake city

Mt. Annapurna is tenth highest peak in the world with its height of 8091m located in the western zone of Nepal. Annapurna region is protected regions and it is largest conservation area of Nepal. This area spans of 7,639sq km. Within its vicinity, lies one of the most popular trekking destinations of the world; The Annapurna Base Camp, popularly known as ABC Trek. This is located at the altitude of 4130m. There are three routes to ABC namely, Ghorepani-Poonhill, Ghadruk route and Dhampus – Chhomorong route.

The trekking begins from city of lakes, Pokhara. We usually follow the trail through the popular Gurung Village of Ghandruk. Ghandruk is one of the most popular villages in Nepal for Homestay and Short trek. The trail consists of scenic beauty of waterfalls and rivers, dense and red forest of rhododendron following the narrow Modi khola valley. Moreover, dazzling beauty of Annapurna, Machapuchhre (Fishtail), and Himchuli attract us towards them in our walk. No technical difficulties make this trek feasible for hikers who have no trainings or any sort of experience in trekking. There are lodge set out in every checkpoints. We walk for around 4-6 hours and stop by at lodge and continue trekking next day until reaching the destination. This route is mostly recognized for the panoramic views of Annapurna Himalayan Range.

The trek is comparatively short of 12-13 days depending upon your walking speed, however, Annapurna Base Camp Trekking route offers an expedition to explore scenes of majestic mountains and be a part of overwhelmingly rich ethnic Gurung , Magar and Thakali culture and traditions.

Day 1 :

Kathmandu Arrival

A Multi Adventure representative will meet you at the airport upon your arrival in Kathmandu. You will then be driven to your hotel where you will enjoy a welcome dinner in the evening at a Nepali cultural restaurant with your Trekking Guide.
Included: Welcome Dinner

Altitude: 1350m.

Day 2 :

Kathmandu-Fly Pokhara (827m.) 25 minutes Flight/7-8 hours’ drive

There are two ways to travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara: by flying or driving.

If you opt to drive, the journey spans 210 km along the Trisuli River and typically lasts 9 to 10 hours, including a lunch break. A flight takes 35 minutes.

Driving time: 7-8 hrs 210 km
Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Flight time: 25 minutes

Day 3 :

Pokhara –Landruk 1640m. 6-7 hours walking

After your Breakfast,it is 1 hour you drive to Kande 1770m. From here trekking is starting up to Pitam Deurali pass 2100m. through the small villages, rice fields, millet fields, Rhododendrons. Also here can enjoy the great view of Mt Annapurna south, Machhapuchhare and Mt Dhaulagiri. From Deurali walk downhill through the forest about 50 minutes then you walk jeep Road continue to Landruk.Landruk is big settlement of ethnic Magar people. It is one of the nice villages in this areas.

Overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:6-7hrs.

Day 4 :

Landruk 1640m. – Chhomrong 2170m. 5-6 hours walking

After breakfast, walk along the right side of Modi river through the rice and millet terraces, forest, Villages and cross the small bridges also enjoy the waterfalls on the way. You can have lunch at Jhinu Danda also if you are interested for hot spring, you can visit and relax here. But you need to buy entry tickets, it cost US$ 2 per person. Also you should have own swimmingwear .After your lunch again steep climb up to Chhomrong for 2 hours. Today also enjoy the great panorama of Mt Annapurna south. Chhomrong is a big ethnic Gurung settlement village in this areas.

Overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:5-6hrs.

Day 5 :

Chhomrong 2170m.- Doban 2600m. 5-6 hours walking

After your Breakfast, today you walk downhill to Chhomrong River and you walk uphill to sinuwa.Then you walk up and down hill to Doban through the terrace, pine, rhododendron, bamboo forest and by following the Modi River.Also you enjoy the snowcapped Mountains.

Overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:5-6hrs. (10km)

Day 6 :

Doban 2600m. –Deurali 3200m. 3-4 hours walking

We have a silence jungle walk today to Himalaya from Dovan. It is believed that mountains are sacred and holy. As it is already believed that Annapurna means "full of food" (feminine form), but is normally translated as Goddess of the Harvests. In Hinduism, Annapurna is "... the universal and timeless kitchen-goddess ... the mother who feeds. Without her there is starvation and a universal fear. Her most popular shrine is located in Kashi, on the banks of the river Ganga." Her association with the giving of food (wealth) led her in time to be transformed into Lakshmi, the Goddess of Wealth so from the religious view it is important to respect the Mother Nature, create peaceful and calm surroundings. Overnight: at Lodge

Meals : Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:3-4 hrs.

Overnight: at Lodge

Meals : Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:3-4 hrs.

Day 7 :

Deurali 3200m.-Annapurna Base Camp 4130m. 5 hours walking

Today, you trek to Annapurna Base Camp, surrounded by the massive mountains of Mt Annapurna. As you ascend, the thin air due to the altitude becomes palpable, necessitating a slow pace to acclimatize. After a roughly 3-hour walk from Deurali, you reach Machhapuchhare Base Camp. From there, it's a 2-hour trek to ABC, where you can revel in the panoramic view of the Annapurna range and its glaciers.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Trekking duration: 3-4 hours.

Day 8 :

Annapurna Base Camp 4130m. – Doban 2600m. 5-6 hours walking

Early this morning, delight in the breathtaking Annapurna panorama at sunrise. Capture photos of the snow-covered peaks of Mt. Annapurna South (7219m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna III (7550m), Machhapuchhare (6997m), Tent Peak, Hiuchuli (6434m), Gangapurna, glaciers, monuments, and other mountain panoramas. Descend back to Doban, relishing the Himalayan beauty and experience.

Accommodation: Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Walking Duration: 5-6 hours.

Day 9 :

Doban 2600m. -– Chhomrong 2170m. 5 hours walking

Familiar trail, explore the Forest with Rhododendron, pine, Bamboo forest, and Terrace, both downhill and uphill to Chhomrong in about 5 hours.

Stay: Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, Dinner

Walking time: 5 hrs. Ascent 530 m and Descent 960 m

Day 10 :

Chhomrong 2170m.-Tadapani 2630m. 6 hours walking

Today, you stroll through the Millet and Rice terrace fields, passing many small farmer's villages. Eventually, you ascend to Tadapani through the dense Rhododendron Forest, enjoying the magnificent panorama of Annapurna South, Hiuchuli, and Gangapurna.

Stay overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Walking time: 5 hrs. (8km)

Day 11 :

Tadapani 2630m. –Ghorepani 2860m. 6 hours walking

Today, you start by walking downhill to a small stream for about 30 minutes, then you continue uphill to Deurali pass for 4 hours. From the pass, you can enjoy the magnificent view of the surrounding Annapurna panoramas once again. After that, you descend to Ghorepani for 2 hours. Ghorepani is a well-known place with a Poon Magar settlement. Throughout the day, you will walk through rhododendron forests, pine forests, and waterfalls, making it another day to admire.
Overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:6 hrs. (10km)

Day 12 :

Ghorepani 2860m.-Poon Hill (3210 m) – Ulleri (approx. 2000 m) 4-5 hours walking

Wake up early in the morning. You have a great Annapurna panorama day. For the Sunrise Himalayan panorama, you have to walk uphill to Poon hill (3210 M) for about 1 hour. But to enter Poon hill, you need to pay Rs. 50 per person on the way early in the morning to the Poon Magar community. From Poon Hill, you can enjoy the entire admiring mountain view of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Tukuche Peak, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Hiuchuli, Machhapuchhare, and more peaks. After the sunrise panorama, walk downhill to your lodge and have breakfast. After breakfast, walk through the Rhododendron forest and Bamboo trees to Ulleri at 2000m.
Overnight: at Lodge

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Walking time:5 hrs.

Day 13 :

Hille 1430m.- Drive to Pokhara 827m. 3hrs driving

The last stage of the day takes you over natural stone steps and suspension bridges into the green Tikhedhungga and on to Hille (1530 m). From there an off-road vehicle will take you to Nayapul (1070 m). Change to the bus and drive back to Pokhara at the idyllic Phewa Lake. Overnight at hotel. (Walking time approx. 2 hours,

Overnight: in Hotel

Meals: Breakfast/lunch

Walking time: 2 hrs. drive 4 hours

Day 14 :

Pokhara (827m.) to Kathmandu 25 minutes Flight /7-8 hours drive

There are two possibilities options fly or drive from Pokhara to kathmandu.

Flight time: 25 minutes

Option 2) Drive to Kathmandu takes 6 to 7 hours from by luxury car of van as required and you lunch stop is on the way.

Drive time: 7-8 hrs 210 km

Overnight: Hotel Tourist standard

Meals: Breakfast/lunch/Dinner

Day 15 :

Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Farewell Dinner)

Today is relaxing day and enjoy world heritage sites seeing in Kathmandu by provide cultural guide Sightseeing program include world heritage sites Pashupatinath ,Swayambunath and Boudanath

Meals: Breakfast and farewell dinner

Accommodation: Hotel

Day 16 :

Departure to Airport

you will be picked up at your hotel and drive to Airport by an agency